Orange Grove Middle Magnet is a Purple Heart School of Distinction. Please join us in celebrating April as the Month of the Military Child!
Purple Up! on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by wearing purple as a visible way to show support for military families. The color purple was chosen because it is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military.

Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Help us celebrate the people who guide our kids to learning with care and patience. Thank you for going the extra mile!


Be sure to wear your favorite Bolts gear this Friday, April 17, to celebrate the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Lightning take on the Montreal Canadiens.


· Tickets are now available to purchase for the general public.
· Dates: Wed, Thur, Fri April 15-17 @ 6 PM and Sat 4/18 @ 1 PM
https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/og-theater-booster/the-seussification-of-romeo-juliet

Our library is a hub for discovery, imagination, and growth. We are grateful for our amazing library staff who inspire a love of reading and learning in our students. 📚✨

Thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who help our schools thrive and our students succeed. We are deeply grateful for the time, dedication, and heart our volunteers give to support our students and schools every day.

💜 At our school, we are proud to support and celebrate our military children and families during the Month of the Military Child.
Your strength, adaptability, and commitment inspire our students and staff every day.

A slight update has been made to reflect the Strawberry Festival/Non-Student Day, which will take place on Monday, March 8, 2027.
For printable versions of the calendar, visit hillsboroughschools.org/events.

Lock in future tuition with Florida Prepaid from just $29/mo. Use plans nationwide, with 10 years to redeem. Open Enrollment ends April 30.
Enroll: https://bit.ly/4bQ2a0D

To view important upcoming dates and the remaining schedule for the 2025–2026 school year, visit hillsboroughschools.org/o/hcps/page/calendar25-26.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back next week!

We wish all students, families, and staff a restful and enjoyable Spring Break! 🏖️
We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, March 24, as we finish the school year strong.

Join us for evenings focused on college, university, and career planning for grades 8–12. Topics include graduation requirements, college & technical programs, scholarships & financial aid, career exploration, and more.
Choose your preferred date and location:
📍 Freedom High School
🗓️ Wednesday, March 25, 6–8 p.m.
📍 Morgan High School
🗓️ Wednesday, April 1, 6–8 p.m.





🥣✨ It’s National School Breakfast Week! HCPS celebrates the role of a nutritious start in students' learning, growth, and success. Thanks to our Student Nutrition Services team, students can enjoy free breakfast daily at school, helping them start the day focused and ready to excel. A big thank you to our cafeteria staff for fueling student achievement every day!


